Katheren is a name of Greek origin that means "pure" or "clear". It is a variant spelling of the more common Catherine, which has been in use since the Middle Ages. The name was particularly popular among royalty and nobility during this time period, with several queens and saints named Katherine or Catherine throughout history.
Katheren is thought to have been introduced into England by William the Conqueror after the Norman Conquest in 1066. It became more common over time as people sought to honor important figures such as Saint Catherine of Alexandria, who was said to have suffered martyrdom in the fourth century for her faith.
Today, Katheren is still considered a beautiful and elegant name choice, with its Greek origins lending an air of sophistication. Despite being less common than Catherine or Katherine, it remains a unique option that is easy to pronounce and spell. Parents who choose this name often do so because they appreciate its classic yet distinctive sound, as well as its historical significance.
The name Katherine has been a popular choice for parents in the United States since at least 1917, with five babies named Katherine born that year. This number remained consistent over the following years, with another five births recorded in 1919 and again in 1926.
There was a notable increase in the popularity of the name Katherine in the mid-20th century. In 1950, there were eight babies named Katherine born in the United States, followed by ten births each year from 1951 to 1953. The peak popularity of the name occurred in 1955, with eleven babies named Katherine born that year.
After this peak, the number of babies named Katherine began to decline gradually. There were five births recorded in both 1956 and 1958, followed by six births in 1959. The name continued to be relatively popular through the 1960s, with five births each year from 1964 to 1967.
The popularity of the name Katherine then fluctuated over the following decades. There were seven babies named Katherine born in 1987, followed by six births each year from 1988 to 1990. The name experienced a slight resurgence in popularity in the late 1990s, with six babies named Katherine born in 1997.
In total, there have been 124 babies named Katherine born in the United States since 1917, according to the available data. While the popularity of the name has varied over time, it remains a classic choice that has stood the test of time.